melton city council annual action plan 2014-2015

ORDINARY MEETING OF COUNCIL Item 11.5 Annual Action Plan Reporting Appendix 2 Council Annual Action Plan 2014/15

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Melton City Council Annual Action Plan 2014-2015


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A Proud Community Growing Together

Outcome 1: A clear vision to connect and develop a sustainable City

Objective 1.1: Strategically plan for a well designed and built City.

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1.1.1 Ensure appropriate land use planning for public infrastructure, non urban areas, urban development and community assets.

1.1.2

Create local identity and character through urban design and public art that creates local pride and improves the image and perception of the City.

1.1.3

Prepare structure plans and design guidelines that seek to revitalise established urban areas, commercial precincts and other key major development sites.

1.1.4

Partner with stakeholders to take advantage of our local distinctiveness through the conservation, protection and enhancement of heritage features and places.

1.1.5

Improve growth in housing diversity and provision of affordable housing options including public, transitional and social housing for vulnerable residents.

1.1.6

Develop planning guidelines and collaborate with the Growth Areas Authority and land developers to facilitate improved integrated land use planning.


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Action Performance Indicators Service Unit Timeline

1 1.1 1.1.1 Deliver the 2015-2020 Environment Strategy Strategy is adopted by Council Planning & Environment 30-Dec-15

2 1.1 1.1.1 Develop a Green Wedge Management Plan for the City's Northern Green Wedge

Strategy adopted by Council Delivered within budget ($80,000) Level of compliance with contractual requirements

Planning & Environment 30-Sep-14

3 1.1 1.1.2 Complete the Toolern Public Realm Strategy Strategy adopted by Council Planning & Environment 30-Jun-15

4 1.1 1.1.2 Develop Landscape Design Guidelines Guidelines adopted by Council Engineering Services 30-Jun-15

5 1.1 1.1.3

Deliver Streetscape Improvement Program with the design of the McKenzie Street and Courthouse Plaza Precinct, Melton

Masterplan adopted by Council Engineering Services 30-Mar-15

6 1.1 1.1.5 Housing Character Study and Design Guidelines

Guidelines Adopted by Council Delivered within +/- 5% of budget Planning & Environment 30-Dec-15


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Objective 1.2: Build a sense of place through an engaging range of community facilities and shared open spaces.

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1.2.1

Provide community access to services and opportunities for all to recreate, learn and socialise through the provision and maintenance of integrated and co-located assets and open space.

1.2.2

Practice a place based management approach to the planning, design, marketing, operation and maintenance of activity centres and community hubs.

1.2.3

Improve our gateways and entry points, open spaces and streetscapes to enhance the presentation, local pride and accessible amenity for residents, businesses and visitors.

1.2.4

Prepare comprehensive feasibility studies, management plans and infrastructure plans to ensure the future provision of assets in line with community need and organisational capacity to deliver and manage.

1.2.5

Deliver asset needs through the capital works program including Precinct Structure Plan priority projects, aligned with Council Plan outcomes.


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7 1.2 1.2.1 Develop a business case for the construction of Traffic School

Business case developed and presented to Executive Engineering Services 30-Jun-15

8 1.2 1.2.2

Implement a neighbourhood place-based development approach to enhance activation of community assets

Place-based Management Framework developed Community Planning 30-Jun-15

9 1.2 1.2.3 Delivery of a Significant Landscape Strategy

Strategy adopted by Council Delivered within +/- 5% of budget

Planning & Environment 31-Dec-15

10 1.2 1.2.5 Delivery of the 2014/15 Capital Works Program

80% Capital construction Projects and Programs delivered on time Delivered within budget

Capital Projects 30-Jun-15


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Objective 1.3: Generate an innovative local economy that stimulates opportunities for investment, business and training.

No. Strategies

1.3.1 Provide support and opportunities for new and emerging business development, investment and diversity of job opportunities.

1.3.2 Work with new and existing businesses to create local employment opportunities through the provision of training and support.

1.3.3 Initiate, support and promote programs to improve links between higher education and vocational training to local jobs.

1.3.4

Develop and promote the Western Business Accelerator and Centre for Excellence (BACE) as a key attractor for new and emerging businesses in the Western Region.

1.3.5

Promote opportunities from the rollout of the National Broadband Network (NBN) across the City to enhance web connectivity for businesses.

1.3.6

Support marketing initiatives that generate economic activity, attract visitors and builds the value, identity and reputation of Melton City and Melbourne’s West as a place to visit.


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11 1.3 1.3.1 Development of a Social Procurement Strategy Strategy endorsed by Executive Economic Development &

Advocacy 31-Mar-15

12 1.3 1.3.1 Development of an Investment Attraction Strategy Strategy adopted by Council Economic Development &

Advocacy 30-Jun-15

13 1.3 1.3.2 Deliver the Building Melton Together (BMT) initiative

2 construction businesses identified to be incubated in Western BACE BMT Website fully integrated with other Council Employment Websites (December 2015)

Learning Communities 30-Jun-15

14 1.3 1.3.2 Continue to expand the 'Work's 4 Me' employment and training initiative for people with disabilities

≥ 2 Network forums held Number of enrolments Program Evaluation presented to Executive

Learning Communities 30-Sep-14

15 1.3 1.3.3 Implement the Annual Action Plan of the 2011 -2014 Community Learning Plan

Number and percentage of actions completed Learning Communities 31-Dec-14

16 1.3 1.3.4 Commence operation of the Business Accelerator Centre of Excellence (BACE) facility

Complete the capital works program Handover facility to BACE entity

Economic Development & Advocacy 30-Jun-15

17 1.3 1.3.5 Development of a Digital Economy Strategy

Strategy adopted by Council ≥ 60 local businesses undertake training in digital technology



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Objective 1.4: Value and protect the natural environment for future generations.

No. Strategies

1.4.1

Lead by example through innovative and environmentally sensitive design and construction of Council assets.

1.4.2

Promote environmental outcomes in Council assets through innovative programs and management practices to reduce resource consumption including water, energy and non renewable resources.

1.4.3

Minimise waste through reduction, reuse and recycling of waste products.

1.4.4

Educate the community about the value of our natural environment and the benefits in adopting sustainable practices in their daily lives.

1.4.5

Support community involvement in local area conservation and environmental protection projects.

1.4.6

Engage land owners to improve the productivity and appearance of our rural landscape and waterways to enhance local pride and the reputation of our City.


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18 1.4 1.4.1 Develop a Water Sensitive Urban Design Policy Policy adopted by Council Engineering Services 30-Jun-15

19 1.4 1.4.1

Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG) by replacing inefficient street lighting with energy efficient lighting technology

Number of Streetlights changed ≥4000 Tonne of GHG emissions saved ≥ 1500 tonnes/annum

Planning & Environment 31-Dec-14

20 1.4 1.4.2 Coordinate the Community Energy Efficiency Program

Funding milestones reported to Department of Industry (AusIndustry) ≥ 3 Community Education programs Civic Centre Building Management System (BMS) and Melton Wave Blanket efficiency upgrades completed

Planning & Environment 30-Jun-15

21 1.4 1.4.4 Deliver the Environment Education program from the Melton Library and Learning Hub

≥200 participants Learning Communities 30-Jun-15

22 1.4 1.4.5 Delivering Community Environmental Education Program

≥ 15 programs delivered to community members, environmental organisations and schools Program delivered within +/- 5% of budget ≥ 80% satisfaction with program

Planning & Environment 30-Jun-15


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Objective 1.5: Support a transport system that connects and moves our community.

No. Strategies

1.5.1

Advocate for the early delivery of Principal Public Transport Networks and associated infrastructure to increase accessibility and safety in partnership with other levels of government.

1.5.2

Partner to deliver and maintain an integrated road network in new and existing communities.

1.5.3

Advocate to government for the early delivery of arterial road infrastructure and to improve the connectivity of bus routes to meet activity hubs, train services and new stations.

1.5.4

Support the creation of a connected and active community through the design and delivery of walking and cycling networks.

1.5.5

Advocate for duplication and electrification of the Melbourne line to Melton and greater frequency of train services connecting the city with other destinations.

1.5.6

Work with the community and partners to provide flexible and sustainable alternate transport options to private vehicle ownership.

1.5.7

Improve community access to services in areas of high transport disadvantage through a shared-service model of transport assets and outreach services.


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23 1.5 1.5.1 Develop an Integrated Transport Strategy Strategy adopted by Council Planning & Environment 31-Dec-15

24 1.5 1.5.2 Review Road Asset Management Plan Plan adopted by Council Engineering Services 31-Oct-14

25 1.5 1.5.5

Deliver Advocacy Plan for duplication and electrification of Melton to Melbourne rail line and highlighted new train stations

Feasibility reports, funding options and business case presented to State and Federal Governments


26 1.5 1.5.6 Expand the “Its cool to walk to school" program ≥ 20 participant schools Engineering Services 30-Jun-15


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Outcome 2: Operating with innovation, transparency, accountability and sustainability

Objective 2.1: Build community trust through socially responsible governance for long term sustainability.

No. Strategies

2.1.1

Practice a strategic evidence based policy approach to guide Council’s decision making.

2.1.2

Align planning, resources and reporting through the delivery of Council’s Integrated Planning Framework and Corporate Performance Management System.

2.1.3

Ensure Council’s long term sustainability through responsible financial management.

2.1.4

Continually review and improve management systems, structures and processes to ensure they are aligned, efficient and effective.

2.1.5

Support transparency through public access to relevant information, decision making and strategic documents.


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27 2.1 2.1.1 Review 'Naming of Council Community Facilities and Open Space Policy'

Policy adopted by Council Leisure and Facilities 31-Dec-14

28 2.1 2.1.1 Review all existing Enterprise Risk Management data

Review conducted with each service unit (16)

Organisational Development 30-Jun-15

29 2.1 2.1.1 Constitute new Risk Management Committee ≥ 4 Committee Meetings Organisational

Development 30-Jun-15

30 2.1 2.1.1 Upgrade Council's online Risk Register in line with updated Risk Framework

Risk Register upgrade completed Organisational Development 30-Jun-15

31 2.1 2.1.1 Develop Long Term Asset Management Plans for buildings, open space and drainage

Three asset plans completed Delivered within budget ($73,000) Percentage of MAV Core maturity in asset management achieved (100%) Percentage of Council asset base outside of intervention levels

Engineering Services 31-Dec-14

32 2.1 2.1.2 Develop Corporate Performance Plan to guide Council's Performance reporting and management

Plan is adopted by Executive Community Planning 30-Jun-15

33 2.1 2.1.4 Deliver the Online Project Management System

Project Management System implemented and operational Delivered within +/- 5% of budget

Capital Projects 30-Jun-15


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34 2.1 2.1.4 Implement the Enterprise Control Management Strategy (Year 2)

Deliver the Business Classification Scheme Project Deliver the Records Disposal Procedures Project

Information Services 30-Jun-15

35 2.1 2.1.4 Implement the Enterprise Content Management Strategy (Year 1)

Deliver an Information Security Policy. Deliver organisation Information Management Awareness training. Develop the Information Management Compliance Program.

Information Services 31-Dec-14

36 2.1 2.1.4 Implement key Information Technology infrastructure improvement initiatives.

Implement New Network Site to Site Data Communication Network Topology. Complete the detailed design phase of the "Cloud Adoption Strategy" (31 December 2013).

Information Services 31-Dec-14

37 2.1 2.1.4 Deliver the Cloud Computing Implementation Project (Year 1)

Project Closure Report endorsed by Executive. Information Services 30-Jun-15

38 2.1 2.1.4 Delivery of the business improvement project program 3 projects delivered (100%) Information Services 30-Jun-15


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Objective 2.2: Provide levels of service that balance community need with organisational capacity.

No. Strategies

2.2.1

Undertake reviews to determine types and levels of service and assets provided by Council, aligned with community need, to continuously improve service quality.

2.2.2

Implement a strategic evidence based approach for the provision, management and maintenance of civic and community assets to ensure sustainable Council operations and equitable community access.

2.2.3

Provide facilities and services in an effective and cost-efficient manner through a range of public and private partnerships.

2.2.4

Engage with land developers in the design of open spaces and infrastructure that ensures the delivery of an accepted standard of asset.


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39 2.2 2.2.2 Implementation of the Community Infrastructure Planning Framework

Deliver Year One of the Community Infrastructure Planning Framework Community Planning 30-Jun-15

40 2.2 2.2.2 Evaluate and promote operations and access to Council's managed Leisure Centres

Report to be endorsed by Council Number of user groups % of available community access hire time Occupancy rate (85%) Average Council program participation rates (70%) Satisfaction rating of community access to leisure centres (70%)

Leisure and Facilities 30-Sep-14

41 2.2 2.2.4 Develop the City of Melton Open Space Strategy Strategy adopted by Council Leisure and Facilities 31-Dec-15


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Objective 2.3: Facilitate community engagement in planning and decision making.

No. Strategies

2.3.1

Provide information about Council services and associated activities through a range of communication tools.

2.3.2

Encourage involvement, planning and decision making through Council’s Community Engagement Framework.

2.3.3

Provide the community with balanced and objective information, to assist them in understanding Council’s direction and decisions.


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42 2.3 2.3.1 Deliver the annual Housing Services Expo

Number of exhibitors Number of attendees

Family, Youth & Housing 31-Oct-14

43 2.3 2.3.1 Increase local engagement of Council's Library Services through introduction of new Social Media tools

Number of new social media tools developed Percentage of library members using social media tools

Learning Communities 31-Dec-14

44 2.3 2.3.2 Undertake Suburb Naming Project

≥ 5000 people engaged with during the public consultation process Council endorsed list of Suburb Names for submission to the Office of Geographic Names (OGN)

Customer Engagement 30-Jun-15

45 2.3 2.3.2 Facilitate the Junior Council ≥ 8 Meetings ≥ 6 Junior Councillors appointed

Family, Youth & Housing 30-Jun-15

46 2.3 2.3.2 Develop a Community Engagement Framework Framework adopted by Council Community Planning 30-Jun-15

47 2.3 2.3.2

Conduct Householder Customer Satisfaction Survey to gauge the level of community satisfaction with Council services

≥ 500 house holders surveyed Community Planning 30-Jun-15


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Objective 2.4: Invest into a skilled, motivated, aligned and performing workforce.

No. Strategies

2.4.1

Develop the skills and knowledge of Councillors and employees to grow capacity and optimum performance.

2.4.2

Through people leadership, drive accountability of strategic and operational commitments.

2.4.3

Generate a culture of learning and development that attracts and retains quality employees and delivers recognition programs to support innovation and motivate high performance.

2.4.4

Empower and support our people to realise and achieve their potential through a talent management framework.

2.4.5

Promote and support the health and well-being of our employees, Councillors, contractors and volunteers.


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48 2.4 2.4.2 To conduct a leadership engagement activity for the Business Operation Network

≥ 50 attendees Organisational Development 30-Jun-15

49 2.4 2.4.3 Develop Service Unit Workforce Plans

20% of Service Units with workforce plans endorsed by Executive


50 2.4 2.4.4 Implement STAR Awards and Reward and Recognition Framework Annual STAR award ceremony held Organisational

Development 31-Dec-14

51 2.4 2.4.4 Deliver Mentoring Framework ≥ 5 mentors ≥ 5 mentees


52 2.4 2.4.4 Deliver a Succession and Talent Management Framework

Framework adopted by Executive 50% of Service units have plan established Percentage of staff turnover


53 2.4 2.4.5 Review Council's OHS approach to ergonomics risks for employees

Updated Policy and Procedure endorsed by Executive


54 2.4 2.4.5 Review Council's OHS approach to occupational violence risks for employees

Updated Policy and Procedure endorsed by Executive



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Objective 2.5: Advocate in the best interests of our community and region.

No. Strategies

2.5.1

Invest in relationships and alliances with influential people and organisations for improved community outcomes.

2.5.2

Develop and implement an advocacy framework, advocacy strategies, associated campaigns and reporting on outcomes.

2.5.3

Build on a coordinated approach to securing other Government sources of funding that will support Council’s capacity to deliver community infrastructure, planning and development opportunities and programs.

2.5.4

Engage government to obtain a timely share of funding to resource the complex and growing need for growth services and new infrastructure.


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55 2.5 2.5.2

Advocate through peak bodies and Federal Government for continued Universal Access of 15 hours pre-school for 4 year olds

Continuation of 15 hrs subsidised 4yr old Preschool access

Economic Development & Advocacy 31-Dec-14

56 2.5 2.5.3

Develop delivery model for presentation to Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (DEECD) for priority 3 school sites - Plumpton, Burnside and Eynesbury

Presentation to DEECD DEECD plan delivery of ≥ 1 priority school



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Objective 2.6: Ensure timely compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations.

No. Strategies

2.6.1

Update documents, local laws, practices and tools in accordance with legislation and best practice in delivering corporate and community services.

2.6.2

Implement and monitor regulatory inspections to ensure industry compliance and public health and safety.

2.6.3

Ensure procurement processes and external service contracts and projects are managed with probity to comply with legislative requirements and best practice performance standards.

2.6.4

Develop and maintain Council’s emergency and disaster management planning, prevention, response and recovery capacity.

2.6.5

Build community resilience to emergency or disaster situations through education, programs and access to the right information.


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57 2.6 2.6.1 Update the General Local Law Updated General Local Law adopted by Council Customer Engagement 30-Dec-14

58 2.6 2.6.2 Deliver the Pool Safety Audit program ≥ 200 pool safety fences inspected Compliance 30-Jun-15

59 2.6 2.6.2 Deliver the Industrial Precinct Audit program ≥ 20 properties inspected Compliance 30-Jun-15

60 2.6 2.6.2 Deliver the Animal Registration Audit program Door knock ≥ 500 residential properties Compliance 30-Jun-15

61 2.6 2.6.5 Undertake Community Mapping for Western Areas Resilience project

≥ 10 Community Leaders identify Present environmental scan report to MEMPC for endorsement

Operations 30-Jun-15


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Outcome 3: A culturally rich, active, safe and connected City.

Objective 3.1: Provide an accessible range of services for all including children, young people, families and older adults.

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3.1.1

Plan and coordinate appropriate and affordable services for our growing population.

3.1.2

Provide targeted support and assistance to disadvantaged, at-risk and vulnerable residents.

3.1.3

Support the attraction of required Community Service Organisations to our City and pursue stakeholder partnerships to ensure an integrated approach to quality community services.

3.1.4

Identify opportunities to celebrate the diversity of children, young people and families and establish settings to support the intellectual, social and emotional encouragement of children and young people.

3.1.5

Provide environments and services that encourage independent ageing in the community and at home.

3.1.6

Support the capacity of the local community to plan for and increase participation of people with a disability and their carers.


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62 3.1 3.1.1 Provide Occasional Care places in Council facilities ≥ 250 Occasional Care places provided Children's Services 30-Jun-15

63 3.1 3.1.1 Administer Kindergarten Central Enrolments for 4 year old children ≥ 1500 kindergarten enrolments Children's Services 31-Dec-14

64 3.1 3.1.1 Deliver a Library Collection Strategy for 2015-2018 Strategy endorsed by Executive Learning Communities 30-Mar-15

65 3.1 3.1.1 Develop the Youth Strategy for 2014-2019 Plan adopted by Council. Family, Youth & Housing 31-Oct-14

66 3.1 3.1.2 Distribute financial support to identified and eligible residents

≥ 95% of funding distributed. ≥ 36 appointments available to eligible clients each week.


67 3.1 3.1.2

Deliver the Integrated Family Support program to vulnerable families as referred through the Brimbank Melton Child FIRST Alliance

≥ 3750 case management hours provided Maintain DHS/ISO external accreditation Family, Youth & Housing 30-Jun-15

68 3.1 3.1.2 Deliver The Space, a Youth GLBTIQ program

≥ 4 sessions per month ≥ 10 attendances per month Family, Youth & Housing 30-Jun-15

69 3.1 3.1.3 Develop a Community Service Organisation Attraction Strategy. Strategy adopted by Council. Community Planning 31-Dec-14

70 3.1 3.1.4 Deliver the Girls Night In program at Melton Youth Centre

≥ 4 sessions per month ≥ 10 attendances per month



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71 3.1 3.1.5 Deliver activities during Seniors Festival Week

≥ 8 activities/programs held. ≥ 130 attendance at Dinner Dance.

Community Care & Inclusion 31-Oct-15

72 3.1 3.1.6 Deliver the supported playgroup program for children with additional needs and their families

≥ 30 supported playgroup sessions delivered Children's Services 30-Jun-15


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Objective 3.2: Build resilient people and communities through opportunities to participate in community life.

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3.2.1

Facilitate partnerships between relevant stakeholders to build and strengthen the community’s capacity to formulate their own solutions to issues.

3.2.2

Enhance the capacity of local residents through programs that develop and promote local leadership and community participation pathways.

3.2.3

Develop relationships that combine resources to support and promote the role of local community groups and volunteers.

3.2.4

Provide intervention, support, education and professional development opportunities for individuals, families, groups and networks to build capacity, sustainability and self-reliance.

3.2.5

Facilitate new community development programs and groups that support community capacity building.


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73 3.2 3.2.1 Administer Council's Community Funding and Partnership Grant Programs

≥ 90% of budget disbursed Community Planning 30-Jun-15

74 3.2 3.2.2 Deliver the 2014 Whitten Project ≥ 8 participants Achieved within +/- 5% of budget

Family, Youth & Housing 30-Dec-15

75 3.2 3.2.3 Coordination of Community Care and Inclusion Volunteers

≥ 8 new volunteers recruited ≥ 30 active volunteers ≥ 1437 service hours delivered

Community Care & Inclusion 30-Jun-15

76 3.2 3.2.4 Family Services Parenting Groups Program

≥ 2 schools engaged ≥ 20 families participating


77 3.2 3.2.5 Development of a New Community groups Resource Kit Provision of the Resource Kit Community Planning 30-Jun-15


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Objective 3.3: Develop an environment that supports imagination, creative expression and engagement in cultural experiences.

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3.3.1

Plan and provide community and neighbourhood celebrations, events and programs that create a sense of pride in our community identity.

3.3.2

Encourage awareness of the diversity and value of arts and culture experiences.

3.3.3

Promote and assist access to existing and future local arts and cultural program spaces.

3.3.4

Create opportunities for the community to develop their creativity and experience the artistic work of others.

3.3.5

Develop the potential of existing and emerging artists through development pathways for children, young people and aspiring artists.


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78 3.3 3.3.1 Deliver the Pop Culture Program ≥ 6 events delivered ≥ 75% satisfaction with program


79 3.3 3.3.5 Deliver a Band Room Program at Melton and Taylors Hill Youth Centres ≥ 10 bands engaged per annum Family, Youth & Housing 30-Jun-15


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Objective 3.4: Provide lifelong learning opportunities to build social connections and self development.

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3.4.1

Facilitate flexible lifelong learning opportunities through Neighbourhood Houses, community facilities, library services and the attraction of training providers.

3.4.2

Partner with community organisations to deliver pathways from learning programs or formal education to employment for disadvantaged, at-risk or vulnerable residents.

3.4.3

Support the provision of a diverse and current range of reading and learning materials, reflecting our changing demographics.

3.4.4

Create a learning culture in the City through early engagement with children, young people and families.


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80 3.4 3.4.1 Develop the Community Learning Plan 2014-2018 Plan Adopted by Council Learning Communities 30-Mar-15


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Objective 3.5: Build an inclusive community that embraces and values cultural diversity and celebrates our collective heritage.

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3.5.1

Celebrate diversity and generate awareness, understanding and appreciation of indigenous and other diverse communities through support, information, activities and networks.

3.5.2

Advocate to attract community service organisations that can coordinate service options for resident settlement and integration support.

3.5.3

Engage multicultural and faith leaders to enhance communication between cultural and linguistically diverse residents and community organisations.

3.5.4

Deliver programs and projects to increase community knowledge and appreciation of our collective heritage and development as a City.


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81 3.5 3.5.1 Reconciliation Action Plan Council adoption of the 2014-2018 Reconciliation Action Plan Community Planning 31-Mar-15

82 3.5 3.5.1 Deliver Citizenship Ceremonies

90% of conferees attend a citizenship ceremony within 3 months of DIBP approval ≥ 90% satisfaction with the conduct of the Australia Day Citizenship and celebration event


83 3.5 3.5.4 Deliver Harmony Week Celebrations

Project delivered within +/- 5% budget ≥ 10 project partners ≥ 600 participants ≥ 80% community satisfaction

Community Planning 30-Apr-15

84 3.5 3.5.4 Deliver a publication to celebrate the 150 years of history as a local government body

Council receipt of Melton History publication Learning Communities 30-Jun-15


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Objective 3.6: Create a safer community through building a sense of belonging and community pride.

No. Strategies

3.6.1

Deliver community safety initiatives that connect community, increase participation, build capacity and address crime and graffiti prevention.

3.6.2

Through design, develop safe and welcoming public spaces that improve perceptions of safety, encourage crime prevention and provide opportunity for positive social engagement.

3.6.3

Collaborate with stakeholders to reinforce positive attitudes and behaviours to improve road safety, reduce crime and antisocial behaviour, at identified high risk locations and amongst identified population groups.

3.6.4

Collaborate to plan and advocate for the required increase in enforcement services and the provision of greater Police and Protective Service Officers.


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85 3.6 3.6.1 Develop the Safer Cities Plan 2014-2018 Plan adopted by Council Community Planning 31-Mar-15


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Objective 3.7: Ensure our established and new communities are well connected and supported.

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3.7.1

Build cohesive communities through the connection and integration of established and new residential areas.

3.7.2

Undertake a coordinated approach to service access and the celebration of the identity of small townships and local neighbourhoods.


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86 3.7 3.7.1 Establish feasibility of a framework for small towns experiencing planned rapid growth

Project brief developed for senior management discussion Community Planning 31-Oct-14

87 3.7 3.7.2 Deliver Council's Library Outreach Strategy

≥ 80% satisfaction rating ≥ 6 Library Outreach promotional activities ≥ 500 library members utilising the library social media services

Learning Communities 30-Jun-15

88 3.7 3.7.2 Develop the Library Outreach Strategy to deliver services to local neighbourhoods and communities

Strategy endorsed by Executive Learning Communities 30-Sep-14


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Outcome 4: A City of people leading healthy and happy lives.

Objective 4.1: Collaborate for an accessible, integrated and aligned health service system.

No. Strategies

4.1.1

Collaborate with stakeholders to provide an integrated planning approach to health services delivery that responds to emerging public health and wellbeing needs.

4.1.2

Undertake assessment and gap analysis of existing health infrastructure and health service needs for current and future populations.

4.1.3

Plan, attract and advocate for primary health care and allied health service providers, aligned with evidence of need.

4.1.4

Partner to support an effective and accessible referral system to ensure timely and relevant access to community health services.

4.1.5

Advocate to government for the provision of a purpose built Community Health Centre, a Day Hospital / Day Procedure facility and 24 Hour General Public Hospital and associated services in the Melton Township.


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Partner with Djerriwarrh and other agencies to develop a service delivery consortium to operate from the new Community Health Centre

Number of partners/agencies Community Planning 30-Jun-15


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Objective 4.2: Address health inequalities in our community.

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Collaborate to deliver targeted health initiatives to address health inequalities.

4.2.2

Work in partnership to increase the community’s understanding of the impact of mental health issues.

4.2.3

Implement initiatives that support and increase social inclusion for people at risk of clinical and/or preventable mental illness.

4.2.4

Build community awareness and attitudinal changes about the causes of family violence through community education campaigns.

4.2.5

Strengthen partnerships to address the underlying causes of family violence though early intervention initiatives and services.


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90 4.2 4.2.2 Deliver a Mental Health Promotion Initiative ≥2 initiatives delivered. Community Planning 30-Jun-15

91 4.2 4.2.3

Promote, develop programs and activities that will support men's health and wellbeing the Men's Shed facilities

≥ 100 activities/programs per quarter ≥ 15 visitors per day (average)

Community Care & Inclusion 30-Jun-15

92 4.2 4.2.3 Deliver counselling service to individuals and families

≥ 70 counselling appointments available per month Family, Youth & Housing 30-Jun-15

93 4.2 4.2.3 Establish a Men’s Shed at Morton Homestead, Taylors Hill

Construction completed within timeline and budget Capital Projects 31-Dec-14


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Objective 4.3: Encourage the community to be physically active and healthy.

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4.3.1

Reduce the burden of chronic disease on our community through education that supports positive behaviour change in healthy lifestyles.

4.3.2

Research barriers and enablers to regular planned and incidental physical activity and respond through affordable, sustained and accessible physical activity programs.

4.3.3

Undertake marketing activities to increase the levels of physical activity and access to recreation pursuits.

4.3.4

Educate community on the importance of healthy eating and support an increase in the accessibility of fresh nutritious food.

4.3.5

Encourage and facilitate sustained physical activity in our growth areas through implementing ‘healthy by design principles’.

4.3.6

Implement prevention and intervention programs that improve the physical health of vulnerable community members and the developmental outcomes of children.

4.3.7

Facilitate active lifestyles and community interaction through the provision of a range of local and regional level play spaces, sporting and leisure facilities.

4.3.8

Consult and empower children and young people to design a diverse range of play and recreation opportunities that provide education, sensory, accessible, experiential outcomes.

4.3.9

Deliver immunisation programs against preventable disease to infants and children, including vaccinations and health education programs.


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94 4.3 4.3.1 Educate and influence children and families to adopt behaviour change through healthy eating

Develop a Free Healthy Eating Cookbook for families Community Planning 30-Jun-15

95 4.3 4.3.2 Deliver the Healthy Children Growing Together project

≥ 100 Children participating ≥ 8 Community Centres engaged in the project ≥ 10 project partners

Community Planning 30-Jun-15

96 4.3 4.3.3 Deliver Council's Indoor Leisure and Sporting Programs

≥ 70% Facility occupancy rates Programs delivered within +/- 5% of budget

Leisure and Facilities 30-Jun-15

97 4.3 4.3.4 Promote healthy eating through Council service delivery ≥ 2 Number of initiatives delivered Community Planning 30-Jun-15

98 4.3 4.3.4 Develop a Food and Nutrition Policy Policy adopted by Council Community Planning 31-Oct-14

99 4.3 4.3.5 Implement an Outdoor Gym Equipment development initiative

Equipment installed in 2 premium reserve locations Achieved within +/- 5% of budget

Leisure and Facilities 30-Jun-15

100 4.3 4.3.7 Develop Aquatic Strategy Strategy to be endorsed by Council Leisure and Facilities 30-Sep-14

101 4.3 4.3.8 Undertake consultation with children regarding their participation in, or barriers to physical activity

Number of Schools engaged ≥ 20 children consulted

Children's Services 30-Jun-15

102 4.3 4.3.8 Develop a Playspace Strategy Plan to be endorsed by Council Leisure and Facilities 30-Jun-15


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Objective 4.4: Minimise social harms caused by gambling, tobacco, alcohol and other drugs.

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4.4.1

Research current and future trends in social harms related to gambling, tobacco, alcohol and other drugs to inform the development of policy, plans, local laws and services.

4.4.2

Undertake Social Impact Assessments on venue-based liquor licence and gaming applications to minimise impact on high risk areas.

4.4.3

Collaborate with service agencies, venues and local community groups to explore proactive approaches in preventing and reducing the harms associated with gambling, alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.

4.4.4

Work with the industry, venues and retailers to support awareness and lawful compliance concerning the sale and use of gaming, alcohol, tobacco and other drugs.


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103 4.4 4.4.1 Develop the 2014-18 Gaming Strategy Strategy adopted by Council Community Planning 31-Oct-14

104 4.4 4.4.2

Prepare evidence based responses to liquor licence applications using Councils Social and Amenity Impact Assessment Framework

Number of Liquor/gaming applications received Number of Social impact statements prepared

Community Planning 30-Jun-15

105 4.4 4.4.3 Implement a Sports Club Alcohol Accord ≥ 30 Clubs sign the Accord Leisure and Facilities 30-Jun-15

106 4.4 4.4.4 Conduct annual sale of tobacco to minors testing program Number of premises tested Compliance 30-Jun-15

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